The Den, Football stadium in Bermondsey, England
Description
The Den is a football stadium in Bermondsey, England, with four covered stands that hold 20,146 spectators. Each stand rises beneath a continuous steel and concrete roof that shields the seating from rain.
History
The stadium opened in 1993 and became the first purpose-built all-seater venue in England following the Taylor Report recommendations. That report came after the Hillsborough tragedy of 1989, when 97 people lost their lives.
Culture
Supporters call the team by the nickname The Lions, a tradition that started when workers from the docks began following the club. Match days bring the sound of chanting that echoes through the neighborhood streets surrounding the ground.
Practical
South Bermondsey railway station sits nearby and a walkway leads toward the grounds. On match days, streets around the stadium can become busy up to two hours before kickoff.
Did you know?
Separate approach routes guide home fans and away fans along different paths to the stadium. This arrangement helps keep crowds calm and avoids confusion.
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